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GO 340 Gemstones & Gemology
ES 567 Gemstones of the World
Dr. Susan Ward Aber, Geologist & Gemologist
Emporia State University
Emporia, Kansas USA
http://www.emporia.edu/earthsci/amber/go340/
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When is the Course Offered?
January 13 - May 7, 2010
If you are already enrolled, go straight to the syllabus, www.emporia.edu/earthsci/amber/go340/syllabus.htm. If you are curious, read on...
What is the Course About?
This online course will enhance your knowledge of the world of gems. For the hybrid section that is online and meets face-to-face, students will experience hands-on identification and testing methods of natural and synthetic materials. All students will explore gem lore, describe sources and origins of gems, and assess the cut and polish of gem materials. Throughout the semester we will use trusted online and print gem and gemology resources, along with a guided tour for all who can attend the KC Gem and Mineral show in March!
How is the Course Offered?
GO 340 ZB and ES 567 XB are offered entirely online. A combination of online and classroom meetings are offered in sections GO 340 ZA and ES 567 XA. Meetings will be held at the ESU Metro Learning Center in Overland Park, KS on 2/1, 2/15, 3/8, 4/5, and 4/26 from 6:00 p.m.—8:50 p.m.
Who Should Enroll?
Students, Educators, Jewelry Professionals, Bead Buyers, and Shoppers
Who is teaching this course?
Dr. Aber is a geologist, certified gemologist, and library science educator with degrees from the University of Kansas, the Gemological Institute of America, and Emporia State University. She has taught at Emporia State University for over 20 years.
How much does it cost in 2010?
Metro Learning Center Undergraduate - $636 (KS Resident) $807.00 (Non-Resident)
Online Undergraduate - $606.00 (KS Resident) $777.00 (Non-Resident)
Online Graduate - $783.00 (KS Resident) $1044.00 (Non-Resident)
How to Enroll In The Course As A Special (Non-Degree Seeking) Student
- Decide whether to take the course for undergraduate or graduate credit
- Visit Distance Registration website and fill-out undergraduate or graduate enrollment form at www.emporia.edu/distance/spring/reginfo101.html
- $10 application fee1 - undergraduate applicants
- $40 application fee2 - graduate applicants
- Choose the section of the course you are planning to enroll in
- Undergraduate - GO340ZB - entirely online
- Undergraduate - GO340ZA - online and ESU Metro Learning Center
- Graduate - ES567XB - entirely online
- Graduate - ES 567XA - online and ESU Metro Learning Center
- Visit and read Post Enrollment website at http://www.emporia.edu/distance/postenroll.htm
- Visit and read Tuition Payment Information at http://www.emporia.edu/distance/postenroll.htm#7
1 Special Student Undergraduate application fee must be paid by check and mailed to the ESU Distance Education office, 1200 Commercial, box 4052, Emporia, KS 66801.
2 Special Student Graduate application fee will be assessed to your ESU tuition bill.
Where to find ESU General Information
ESU has a general schedule of semester events at www.emporia.edu/regist/enroll/syll.htm and basic class information at http://www.emporia.edu/esuclass/index.htm, which includes the university Academic Dishonesty Policy www.emporia.edu/esuclass/dishones.htm.
There is no degree or certificate program specific to gemology at ESU, but an online Earth Science graduate degree program and other undergraduate Earth Science courses are offered. Informational links are listed below.
Where to find Specific Course Information
© Notice: GO 340 is offered by the Earth Science department for the express use and benefit of students enrolled at Emporia State University, Kansas, USA. Any other use or repackaging of materials in this course is prohibited without permission from the author, Susan Aber, saber@emporia.edu. Latest update January 7, 2010.
